Cherie Teaford
Willard
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service. Skilled in mentoring nursing students, showcasing exceptional leadership and communication abilities.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Nurse
Cox Health Systems
08.2012 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
Bartender
DNC Sportservice
04.2010 - 10.2012
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
- Managed cash handling duties responsibly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
- Efficiently opened or closed the bar according to established procedures, ensuring preparedness for each shift.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Cox College of Nursing
Springfield, MO12-2024
Associate of Science - Nursing
Southwest Baptist University
Bolivar, MO12-2017
No Degree - Practical Nursing
Ozarks Technical Community College
Springfield, MO07-2012
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct patient care and education
- Emergency care
- Mental health care
- Triage assessment
- Nursing assessments
- Student training
Timeline
Nurse
Cox Health Systems
08.2012 - Current
Bartender
DNC Sportservice
04.2010 - 10.2012
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Cox College of Nursing
Associate of Science - Nursing
Southwest Baptist University
No Degree - Practical Nursing
Ozarks Technical Community College
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